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Dr. Thomas Swantkowski, MD

Dr. Thomas Swantkowski, MD

Pinehurst, NC

41 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Swantkowski, Gastroenterologist in Pinehurst, NC?

    Dr. Thomas Swantkowski, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Pinehurst, NC. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Swantkowski graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Nc Hosps, Gastroenterology; Univ Of Nc Hosps, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the President Elect, North Carolina Society of Gastroenterology, American Society Gastointestinal Endoscopy, American Gastroenterology Association, American College of Gastroenterology, and American College of Physicians. Dr. Swantkowski is fluent in English, German, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Swantkowski’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Swantkowski’s office at (910) 235-3432.

    Where did Dr. Swantkowski go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: University of North Caolina at Chapel Hill, Gastroenterology, NC, USA

    • Residency: Univ Of Nc Hosps, Gastroenterology; Univ Of Nc Hosps, Internal Medicine | University of North Carolina | University of North Carolina Hospitals Program

    • Medical School: Temple Univeristy School of Medicine | Temple University School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Swantkowski board certified in Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Swantkowski, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 1985, American Board of Internal Medicine since 1981

    What languages does Dr. Swantkowski speak?

    Dr. Swantkowski and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • German

    • Italian

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Swantkowski treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Swantkowski diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Swantkowski. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • History of Adenomatous and Serrated Colon Polyps
    • Past Colon Polyps
    • Previous Adenomas
    • History of Precancerous Colon Growths

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z860101: Personal history of adenomatous and serrated colon polyps

    What procedures does Dr. Swantkowski perform?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Swantkowski performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Swantkowski. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Bleeding Control
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Endoscopic Hemostasis
    • Colonoscopy for Bleeding

    CPT Codes:

    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 45382: Colonoscopy, flexible; with control of bleeding, any method

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Esophageal Dilation (Bougie)
    • Esophageal Widening
    • Bougie Dilation of Esophagus
    • Swallowing Tube Dilation

    CPT Codes:

    • 43450: Dilation of esophagus, by unguided sound or bougie, single or multiple passes

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Injections
    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagus Widening Procedure (Endoscopic)
    • Small Intestine Endoscopy to Stop Bleeding
    • Small Intestine Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Upper Endoscopy with Injections
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
    • Upper GI Endoscopy
    • Stomach Scope with Sample
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
    • Colon Scope with Medication
    • Therapeutic Colonoscopy
    • Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
    • Rectum and Lower Colon Exam
    • Esophageal Dilation
    • EGD with Dilation
    • Upper Endoscopy with Widening
    • Enteroscopy with Bleeding Control
    • Small Bowel Endoscopy for Bleeding
    • Deep Enteroscopy
    • Intestinal Bleeding Treatment Endoscopy
    • Enteroscopy with Biopsy
    • Small Bowel Endoscopy
    • Intestinal Biopsy (Endoscopic)
    • EGD with Submucosal Injections
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Injections
    • Stomach Scope with Medication

    CPT Codes:

    • 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
    • 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 43248: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with insertion of guide wire followed by passage of dilator(s) through esophagus over guide wire
    • 44366: Small intestinal endoscopy, enteroscopy beyond second portion of duodenum, not including ileum; with control of bleeding (eg, injection, bipolar cautery, unipolar cautery, laser, heater probe, stapler, plasma coagulator)
    • 44361: Small intestinal endoscopy, enteroscopy beyond second portion of duodenum, not including ileum; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 43236: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • EGD with Polypectomy
    • Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum Scope with Removal
    • Flexible Endoscopy Tumor Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 43251: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique

    Also known as:

    • Stopping Bleeding in Esophagus, Stomach, or Duodenum
    • EGD with Bleeding Control
    • Upper GI Endoscopy for Bleeding
    • Gastric Bleeding Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 43255: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with control of bleeding, any method

    Also known as:

    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Sigmoidoscopy
    • Lower colon exam
    • Flexible colon scope
    • Rectum and lower colon check

    CPT Codes:

    • 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Feeding Tube Placement with Endoscopy
    • PEG Tube Placement
    • Gastrostomy Tube Insertion
    • EGD with Feeding Tube
    • Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43246: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with directed placement of percutaneous gastrostomy tube

    Also known as:

    • Capsule Endoscopy
    • Pill Camera
    • Wireless Capsule Endoscopy
    • Small Bowel Capsule Endoscopy
    • Intestinal Imaging Pill

    CPT Codes:

    • 91110: Gastrointestinal tract imaging, intraluminal (eg, capsule endoscopy), esophagus through ileum, with interpretation and report

    Also known as:

    • Liver Elastography
    • Elastography
    • FibroScan
    • Liver stiffness test
    • Shear wave elastography

    CPT Codes:

    • 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report

    Does Dr. Swantkowski accept my insurance?

    Dr. Swantkowski accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (910) 235-3432 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Swantkowski accept in Pinehurst, NC?

    Dr. Swantkowski in Pinehurst, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of North Carolina

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    Where is Dr. Swantkowski's office located?

    Dr. Thomas Swantkowski's Primary Practice

    15 Regional Dr

    Pinehurst, NC 28374

    (910) 235-3432

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    President Elect, North Carolina Society of Gastroenterology

    President

    American Society Gastointestinal Endoscopy

    Member

    American Gastroenterology Association

    Member

    American College of Gastroenterology

    Fellow

    American College of Physicians

    Fellow

    Awards

    Honors Medical Graduate, Temple University School of Medicine

    AOA Honor Medical Society, Temple University School of Medicine

    What is Dr. Swantkowski's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Swantkowski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144265109.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Swantkowski?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Swantkowski

    What is Dr. Thomas Swantkowski's specialty?

    Dr. Swantkowski is a Gastroenterologist near Pinehurst, NC. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Swantkowski to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Thomas Swantkowski affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Swantkowski is affiliated with FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Thomas Swantkowski accepting new patients in Pinehurst, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Swantkowski is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thomas Swantkowski offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Swantkowski's office at (910) 235-3432 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Thomas Swantkowski?

    Please contact Dr. Swantkowski's office at (910) 235-3432 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Swantkowski have?

    Dr. Thomas Swantkowski is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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